Setup is fairly simple, but routing the power and rear camera cables through your car can be a challenge. With the power, GPS and rear camera cables all connected and sprouting out the top of the mirror, it looks a little cluttered, lacking the seamless finish of a system fitted by the vehicle manufacturer. It is powered via a Mini USB connection, which is a fairly old standard now, so you’ll likely have to use the included power cable and that cable only.
The main unit looks good and feels well made, but lacks the dimming function your car’s existing mirror likely already has.
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Thankfully the included instructions are fairly clear, English translations notwithstanding, and the kit conveniently comes with a range of screws, mounts and tools to help you install everything neatly.
You’ll have to dig your way through the boot to find the reversing light wiring, and this will vary significantly depending on what car you have. Owners of other dual-camera systems will be familiar with this setup.Ī second, slimmer cable attached to the main one is then attached to a wire powering your car’s reversing lights. Its short cable then attaches to a much longer cable, which has two components one runs right through the interior of your car (ideally through the roof lining) and plugs into the front camera. The weatherproof backup camera (opens in new tab) is designed to attach above your vehicle’s rear number plate. (Image credit: Alistair Charlton / Digital Camera World) (opens in new tab)
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